Aviation- All students received a basic overview and the function of flight controls, aviation mechanical systems and a hands on activity which consisted of a sheet metal repair, followed by the performance testing and running a 600HP turbo prop engine and actual seat time behind the controls of a professional flight simulator.
Automotive – Students participated in three hands on activities which consisted in performing a tire rotations using Toyota and Honda manufacture service specifications and tools to service dozens of late model Toyota, Lexus, Acura and Honda vehicles. Part two, students performed 4 wheel brake inspections which required taking measurements and calculating brake pad friction material thickness. Finally, students diagnosed and solved electrical faults by putting Ohms law theory to use and pinpointing electrical failures by following a wiring diagram and a digital multi-meter.
Diesel Technology – Students took part in performance testing commercial application Caterpillar Diesel engine on a dynamometer and measured an output working measurement of 1200 foot pounds of torque running on biodiesel. Students also performance tested a CNG natural gas converted engines and experienced a cleaner alternative fuel which emit far less emissions. The final part of the diesel experience, select students took over the controls of a Caterpillar fork lift and were taught basic forklift operation.
By the end of the day, students had a one of a kind experience and now have an enhanced awareness of their local community college offerings. CCTE has set a goal to continue working on building a college experience for all CTE programs by providing fun and engaging opportunities so that students are better informed and comfortable with the transition to college. Opportunities such as this take the unknowns and fear out of the college experience and provide for a smoother transition for students to go on to college.
